Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,248.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 35m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Delta, Turkish Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Los Angeles according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl?

Turkish Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,667 to $1,198. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,148.

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1:25 pm - 11:50 am

LAX

CPT

37h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,148Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 18

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,164Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 20

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,167Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 20

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:40 am

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LAX

28h 05m

1 stop

$1,177Turkish Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 8

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,185Turkish Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 18

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

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$1,187Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 18

1:25 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

37h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,189Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

1:25 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

37h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,195Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 6:15 pm

CPT

LAX

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,196Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Mon, May 18

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

30h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 11:40 am

CPT

LAX

28h 05m

1 stop

$1,202Turkish Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20

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Turkish Airlines

Apr 28

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

37h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

May 18

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,148

Turkish Airlines

May 4

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

May 20

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,164

Turkish Airlines

May 4

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

30h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

May 20

CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

LAX6:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,167

Qatar Airways flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Apr 4

LAX4:14 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

40h 01m

2 stops

CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 19

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

37h 34m

2 stops

LAX5:34 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,873

Qatar Airways

Apr 4

LAX8:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

41h 15m

2 stops

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

Apr 19

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

37h 34m

2 stops

LAX5:34 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$1,896

Qatar Airways

Apr 5

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

38h 10m

2 stops

CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl

Apr 27

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

43h 02m

2 stops

LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

$7,236

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1 stop28h 05m

$1,177

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$1,185

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LAX - CPT

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Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

8:10 pm-11:50 am

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4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,187

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LAX - CPT

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1:25 pm-11:50 am

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Cape Town Intl

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4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,189

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LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 9/3

1:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/13

4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,195

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LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/18

4:35 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,196

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/20

4:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,202

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of September, then departing from Los Angeles during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,181.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,371 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles for as low as $1,218 on momondo.

How have Los Angeles to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl will travel around 9971.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 28h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town, the leading airline is Delta, making up 27% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Turkish Airlines with 16%, American Airlines with 16%, and United Airlines with 15%.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $913	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,282 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,013	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,491 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,340 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,214	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,822 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,234	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,478 reviews	Search KLM flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,253	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,905 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,273	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,507 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,282	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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